Adult / Teen Program
The Oakland Ballet School offers classes for everyone, from complete beginners to advanced dancers. Open to adults and teens ages 15 and up, our 4-to-6-week sessions are designed to help you build technique, expand your dance vocabulary, and improve movement in a welcoming, supportive environment.
Fall 2026
Our Introduction to Ballet course is perfect for the absolute beginner or for the dancer who is perhaps returning to ballet for the first time since their youth. The class moves at a more slow and methodical pace, focusing on proper alignment, muscle engagement, and coordination. Dancers learn the basic positions of the legs and arms, and foundational movements such as plié, battement tendu, relevé, and souté. Those who are brand new to ballet typically attend the Introductory I course two-three times before moving up to the next level.
Introduction to Ballet II – This course is a continuation of Intro to Ballet I and serves as a bridge between Intro and Beginning Ballet. While still moving at a slower pace than Beginning Ballet, dancers use the foundational movements in the center in simple combinations.
Beginning Ballet – Recommended as a follow-up to our Introduction to Ballet II course or for those who have had at least one year of previous ballet training. Using the foundational elements learned in Intro to Ballet, beginning students will expand their ballet vocabulary along with the added elements of port de bras, use of epaulement, and an increased focus on center work.
Advanced-Beginning Ballet – Dancers are introduced to more complex combinations both at the barre and in the center, with an increased focus on turns, petit allegro, and grand allegro. Recommended for dancers with 3+ years of training.
Introduction to Ballet
FALL SESSION 1
Tuesday, 6:30-7:30p
This class is full.
Complete the form to be added to the contact list for the next session.
5-week session, September 1 – 29
Fee: $105
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Saturday, 10:00-11:00a
5-week session, September 5 – October 3
Fee: $105
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Introduction to Ballet 2
FALL SESSION 1
Tuesday, 7:30-8:30p
This class is full.
Complete the form to be added to the contact list for the next session.
5-week session, September 1 – 29
Fee: $105
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Beginning Ballet
FALL SESSION 1
Wednesday, 7:15-8:45p
5-week session, September 2 – 30
Fee: 5-Classes: $100 / 4-Classes: $84
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Saturday, 11:00-12:30p
5-week session, September 5 – October 3
Fee: 5-Classes $100 / 4-Classes $84
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Advanced-Beginning Ballet
FALL SESSION 1
Monday, 7:15-8:45p
5-week session, August 31 – October 5 (No class September 7)
Fee: 5-Classes: $100 / 4-Classes: $84
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Registration Procedures
- Complete and submit the online registration form.
- A confirmation email will be sent once we’ve processed your registration.
Payment options are detailed on the enrollment form.
Your space in the class will be reserved once payment is received - Questions? You can reach us at contact@oaklandballetschool.com or (510)530-7516.
Dress Code
The adult program has no specific dress code. Dancers may wear ballet attire or any comfortable and sensible exercise attire. Form fitting clothing that is easy to move and stretch in is recommended. Ballet shoes are not required for the Intro Series, however they are recommended. Ballet shoes are required for Beginning and Advanced-Beginning classes.
Updated: September 6, 2022 COVID-19 Procedures for In-Person Classes
- Face Mask Optional: The wearing of face masks by attendees is optional. Please note that this policy may change as recommended by county and state guidelines.
- Track Your Symptoms & Exposure: Do not attend class if you are not feeling well, have traveled internationally within the past 14 days, have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 in the past 14 days, or have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days.
Open Level Classes
The emphasis in these classes is on the enjoyment of movement, proper alignment, increased strength, and building an appreciation of dance. Classes often begin with floor-barre exercises, which are designed to work on core strength, turn-out, and flexibility, followed by traditional barre and center work. Classes are on-going. Dancers may join at any time!
Advanced Ballet – This combined youth and adult class is ideal for the dancer who studied ballet throughout their youth or extensively as an adult. This challenging class is best for dancers with technical proficiency and a thorough understanding of ballet vocabulary.
Please note, this class is part of our Youth Program. There may be changes to the schedule throughout the year. Please contact the school before dropping-in.
FALL SESSION
Advanced Ballet (Youth/Adult Class)
Saturday, 1:00-2:45pm
Important Dates
August 31 – Fall Classes Begin
September 7 – Labor Day Holiday, No Class
Fees:
Drop-in Classes: $23/class
4-Class Pass: $88 (Class passes are valid over an 8-week period, not including holidays.)
Registration procedures for adult drop-in classes:
- Pre-Registration requested.
- Returning Dancers, register here (short form). A confirmation will be emailed shortly thereafter.
- New Students to OBS, register here. A confirmation will be emailed shortly thereafter.
- Please note, forms submitted within 3 hours of the start of class may not receive a response.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Tuition Policies
- Payments are due in full before class.
- Class cards are valid for an 8-week period, not including holidays.
- A 3% fee will be added for credit card payments.
- Returned checks are subject to a fee of $25 per occurrence.
- Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Private Lessons
- Private lessons are available. Please inquire for details.
Dress Code
The adult program has no specific dress code. Dancers may wear ballet attire or any comfortable and sensible exercise attire. Form fitting clothing that is easy to move and stretch in is recommended. Ballet shoes are required.